our picks for January and February A very happy new year from everyone here at trentbarton! We hope you have a fun filled start to 2016 with our top picks for what’s on in January and February.

Derbyshire Archaeology Day Pomegranate Theatre, Chesterfield, 9 Jan

A day of talks, presentations and activities for those interested in everything archaeological! Those interested in their local history can find out what archaeologists have been discovering in Derbyshire and the Peak District over the past year.

Blast of to Chesterfield on our brand new service, the comet. Alternatively, catch pronto from .

Thriller Live Theatre Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham, 12-16 Jan

Direct from London's West End where it is now in its record breaking 7th year, Thriller Live is a spectacular concert created to celebrate the career of the world's greatest entertainer.

Experience over two hours of non-stop hits from pop to rock, soul to disco in a show that pays homage to Jackson's legendary live performances and innovative dance moves executed with flair, precision and passion in a show that you will never forget.

Catch any bus to Nottingham.

Nottingham Light Night Various areas around Nottingham, 5 Feb, FREE

An evening of free arts and culture events in . Do something di erent on a Friday night! The event includes: Illuminated grounds and late night gallery opening at , Nottingham churches will put on activities and entertainment open to everyone, Brewhouse Yard will be open for a host of family friendly activities. Plus lots of other activities for families and live music.

Catch any bus to Nottingham.

Paddy McGuinness UK Tour Theatre Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham, 12 Feb

One of the country's best-loved and most popular comedians Paddy McGuinness comes to the Nottingham Theatre Royal Concert Hall.

The star of ITV's Take Me Out will return to his performing roots, with his first stand-up comedy tour since 2011.

Catch any bus to Nottingham.

Chinese New Year Celebrations Highfields Park, Nottingham, 22 Feb

With the 10th anniversary of “The in China”, a special programme is planned this year to celebrate the relationship between Nottingham City and Ningbo.

There will be screenings of some prize-winning films from the Chinese University Film Festival, dancing from the Nottingham Chinese School, traditional storytelling, fireworks and much more!

Catch indigo or skylink nottingham to University Park. valentine’s ideas for the big day Still looking for something to do for Valentine’s Day? Fear not, we’ve got some great ideas for both you and your loved one to enjoy.

The Northern Light Cinema Wirksworth, Derbyshire

Ideal for Valentine’s day, The Northern Light Cinema brings back the glamour of the big screen to Wirksworth, providing a cinema fit for a romantic evening - charming, quaint, quirky, friendly and always good fun.

Catch the sixes 6.1 to Wirksworth.

Valentine's Fair Market Place, Derby, 14-23 Feb

Looking for something a bit di erent for Valentine’s day? The Valentine’s Fair at Derby Market Place will have rides galore, food outlets, activities and much more!

Catch any bus to Derby.

Le Bistrot Pierre Derby and Nottingham

Embracing French culture, a love of food and celebrating all that is great about French cuisine, why not try Le Bistrot Pierre.

With Locations in both Derby and Nottingham, Le Bistrot Pierre is ideal for a romantic meal this Valentine’s.

Catch any bus to Derby or Nottingham

theatre shows and events

Derby Theatre Cinderella - 4 Dec to 9 Jan Land Of Our Fathers - 5 Feb to 6 Feb The Great Gatsby - 9 Feb to 13 Feb

Catch any bus to Derby.

Theatre Royal and Royal Concert Hall Aladdin - 5 Dec to 10 Jan The Circus of Horrors - 8 Jan Thriller Live - 12 Jan to 16 Jan Priscilla - 18 Jan to 23 Jan The Mousetrap - 19 Jan to 23 Jan The Snowman - 27 Jan to 31 Jan Simon & Garfunkel - 1 Feb to 2 Feb Hetty Feather - 3 Feb to 7 Feb Paddy McGuinness - 12 Feb

Nottingham Playhouse Dick Whittington - 27 Nov to 16 Jan Hare and Tortoise - 9 Dec to 2 Jan Stewart Lee - 24 Jan Josh Widdicombe - 21 Feb The Johnny Cash Roadshow - 24 Feb

The Peoples Theatre Les Miserables School Edition - 11 to 15 Feb

Catch any bus to Nottingham.

Pomegranate Theatre The Winter’s Tale - 4 Jan Jane Eyre - 4 Jan The Snow Queen Ballet - 8 Jan La Traviata - 4 Feb Madam Butterfly - 5 Feb We’re Going on a Bear Hunt - 11 Feb - 14 Feb As You Like It - 25 Feb

Blast of to Chesterfield on our brand new service, the comet. Alternatively, catch pronto from Nottingham. music gig guide

Capital FM Arena - 25 Jan The Carnival of Madness - 29 Jan Strictly Come Dancing Live - 9 Feb to 10 Feb - 20 Feb Wet Wet Wet - 28 Feb

Rock City Jamie Lawson - 18 Jan Daughter - 27 Jan Mayday Parade - 4 Feb Bowling For Soup - 9 Feb Twenty One Pilots - 27 Feb

Rescue Rooms Alien Ant Farm - 8 Jan Cancer Bats - 21 Jan Pearl Jam UK - 23 Jan Escape the Fate - 30 Jan Tesseract - 9 Feb

The Social Bodega Ashfields - 9 Jan Jeremy Loops - 15 Jan Turnover - 16 Jan Louis Berry - 19 Jan Lisbon - 21 Jan Wille & The Bandits - 22 Jan Angaleena Presley - 23 Jan Palm Honey - 28 Jan Anne-Marie - 29 Jan Crosa Rosa - 30 Jan The Crookes - 2 Feb Kitty, Daisy & Lewis - 3 Feb Augustana - 4 Feb

Catch any bus to Nottingham

The Venue Sex Pistols Experience - 22 Jan Neville Staple Band - 29 Jan Smash - 5 Feb The Doors - 6 Feb Radar Love - 11 Feb The Complete Stone Roses - 12 Feb

Catch any bus to Derby sports sporting fixtures

Notts County At the Notts County Ground, Meadow Lane 2 Jan v Oxford Utd 23 Jan v AFC Wimbledon 6 Feb v Hartlepool 20 Feb v Leyton Orient

Nottm Forest At the City Ground, 9 Jan v QPR 12 Jan v Birmingham 16 Jan v Bolton 30 Jan v QPR 13 Feb v Huddersfield 27 Feb v Bristol City

o to Trent Bridge? cotgrave connection, keyworth connection, rushcli e mainline & villager all run regularly to Trent Bridge for rugby, cricket and football fixtures.

Nottingham Panthers At the Capital FM Arena 2 Jan v Capitals 10 Jan v Flyers 15 Jan v Giants 23 Jan v Storm 30 Jan v Devils 6 Feb v Clan 21 Feb v Blaze 26 Feb v Giants

Catch any bus to Nottingham.

Derby County At the iPro Stadium, Derby 12 Jan v Reading 16 Jan v Birmingham 30 Jan v Preston North End 13 Feb v Milton Keynes Dons 23 Feb v Blackburn

Catch any bus to Derby, the iPro Stadium is a short walk from the bus station.